Matt Orsagh
ED4S Academy
Matt is a seasoned finance and sustainability professional with over two decades of experience in promoting responsible investment practices in the financial industry.In his previous role as a director of capital markets policy at CFA Institute, he led advocacy efforts to promote the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decision-making.
Nuclear fusion is a reality! Do not invest in nuclear fusion
Fusion is amazing science but will take decades to become a viable energy source, if it ever does. Read More
Water recycling programs are on the rise
Water conservation and efficiency are critical but not sufficient in most situations to address water shortfalls and reliability challenges. Read More
Christmas trees: Fun holiday tradition or selfish ritualized eco-terrorism?
Your Christmas tree is a product with an environmental footprint. Know the facts. Read More
How are asset managers doing on net zero?
A few recent reports highlight the progress and lack of progress on net-zero targets. Read More
The perverse fossil fuels incentives that lead bankers to hate their grandkids
Is a law, rule, subsidy, compensation package or other action incentivizing the kind of behavior a society needs for let’s say … long-term survival? If not, it may be time to scrap it. Read More
Disappointed by COP27? You expected too much
Don’t expect a bunch of governments without a clear mandate to do anything revolutionary. Read More
Study up on natural capital
Interest in natural capital will only increase as investors and society demand companies and policymakers properly value natural capital and biodiversity. Read More
We need to value natural capital
The issues of natural capital, staying within planetary boundaries, green growth and degrowth are where conversations around finance are headed. Read More
